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(Lebanon, NH – October 29, 2025) Travel Weekly, the most influential B2B travel industry news resource, awarded Global Rescue two 2025 Magellan Awards. Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services. The awards recognized its travel service solutions. 

“With hundreds of entries from across the U.S. and around the world, the Magellan Award winners represent the best in the travel industry and salute the outstanding travel professionals behind it all. Each year, I think, 'This will be the year to remember' -- the year that creativity, innovation and inspiration in the entries of the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards has peaked. Yet this year has topped all that has come before," said Arnie Weissmann, editor-in-chief of Travel Weekly.

Magellan Gold was awarded to Global Rescue in the Travel Services Education/Training category for its Automated Partner Onboarding Campaign. “Global Rescue’s automated onboarding campaign transformed how new partners are trained, supported and activated. It replaced manual processes with a scalable, data-driven system. The result: higher engagement, improved retention and an increase in new partner growth,” said Samantha Hosking, the director of partner channel marketing. “By combining automation with intentional human touchpoints, Global Rescue has delivered a scalable, high-impact training solution. This approach elevates partner performance and internal efficiency alike,” she added.

Judges selected Global Rescue for a Silver Magellan Award in the Travel Services Marketing TV Commercial category. “In a world of fragmented media consumption, reaching our audience with the right message at the right moment required bold changes,” said Wil Klass, director of paid marketing. The "Global Rescue Protects You" [VIDEO] campaign marked a strategic shift into Connected TV (CTV) advertising. “Designed to reach high-intent travelers through on-demand streaming platforms, this campaign both looked good and performed well. It proved measurable success, driving revenue growth, expanding market presence and setting a new standard for how travel protection services engage modern audiences,” he added.

“It’s an honor to have our work recognized with two 2025 Magellan Awards. These awards celebrate innovation and excellence in travel services,” said Michael Holmes, vice president at Global Rescue. “These awards reflect our commitment to helping travelers explore the world with confidence, whether for adventure, leisure or business. Our global network of well-trained partners plays a vital role in every travel experience. Together, we empower people to travel boldly and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing Global Rescue will be there whenever and wherever they need us,” he added.

About Global Rescue 

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. The company has supported its clients—including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions—during every globally significant crisis of the past two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com. 

About the Magellan Awards

The Magellan Awards are judged and overseen by a one-of-a-kind panel of top travel professionals representing the best names and most accomplished leaders from the industry. In determining winners, entries do not compete with one another; instead, they are judged against a standard of excellence based on the long experience of Travel Weekly. To uphold this high standard of excellence, a category may have multiple winners or may have no winners at all.

About Travel Weekly

Travel Weekly is the most influential provider of news, research, opinion and analysis to the North American travel trade marketplace. It reaches a broad industry audience in print, online and with face-to-face events throughout the year. Travel Weekly is a part of Northstar Travel Group, the leading B-to-B media company providing information and marketing solutions for the global travel industry. Northstar Travel Group is based in Rutherford, NJ and more information is available at northstartravelgroup.com

(Lebanon, NH – October 27, 2025) – As the holiday season approaches, new data from the Fall 2025 Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey reveal that travelers worldwide are preparing to travel — but with clear distinctions between men and women, and between U.S. and international respondents.

More than half of travelers (54%) said they will travel both internationally and domestically between November and February. However, non-U.S. travelers are more than three times as likely as Americans to travel internationally only (21% vs. 6%), underscoring the stronger global appetite for long-haul travel. Men are also slightly more likely than women to take both domestic and international trips (57% vs. 51%), while women were more inclined to stay home altogether (17% vs. 14%).

“The data show that enthusiasm for global travel remains strong heading into winter, with men and international travelers leading the way,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Japan Tops the Travel Wish List

When asked to name one dream destination if they could receive a trip as a gift, Japan was the clear favorite, selected by 24% of all respondents and an even higher 31% of non-U.S. travelers. Italy (14%) and New Zealand (11%) followed, rounding out the top three global wish-list destinations, ahead of France (3%) and Spain (4%). Women were somewhat more drawn to France (5%) and Portugal (9%), while men favored Japan and Italy nearly equally.

Travel Gifting Reflects Gender — and Family — Differences

When it comes to gifting travel, men and women diverge sharply. Nearly half of men (48%) said they would give an international trip to their spouse, compared to just 25% of women. Women were four times more likely than men to choose a friend or neighbor (18% vs. 6%) and more than twice as likely to select “other” recipients (20% vs. 8%), suggesting a broader or more altruistic approach to travel giving. Across all demographics, children were evenly chosen as travel gift recipients (17%), while a notable 39% said they would gift a trip to a sibling — highlighting the growing trend of family-based travel experiences.

Where They’d Send First-Time Travelers

Asked where they’d send someone who has never traveled abroad, respondents most often chose New Zealand (21%), followed by the Amalfi Coast, Italy (16%), Kyoto, Japan (9%), and London (8%). Non-U.S. travelers were significantly more likely to pick Asian or South American destinations such as Kyoto (15%) or Machu Picchu (8%), while Americans favored the Amalfi Coast (19%) and New Zealand (23%). Women showed stronger preferences for romantic or scenic European destinations, including Amalfi (20%) and Provence (12%), whereas men leaned slightly toward adventurous options such as Kyoto (11%) and Machu Picchu (5%).

For more information, contact:

Bill McIntyre | Email: bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | Phone: +1 202.560.1195

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,600 current and former members between October 7–13, 2025. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes, and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation, and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments, and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor, and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients — including Fortune 500 companies, governments, and academic institutions — during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

(Lebanon, NH – October 21, 2025) – Nearly two decades after the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) introduced its 3.4-ounce liquids restriction, a majority of global travelers say it’s time for a change. According to the latest Global Rescue Fall 2025 Traveler Safety and Sentiment Survey, nearly two-thirds (63%) of the world’s most experienced travelers responding to the survey believe the TSA should revise its liquids limit, while only 12% said it should remain in place.

The TSA recently eased its shoe-removal requirement at security checkpoints and is now considering adjustments to the liquids rule — a policy review that travelers appear eager to embrace. Support for change is strongest among US travelers (65%) and men (65%), compared to 57% of non-US respondents and 59% of women. Women and non-US travelers were also more likely to be unsure, with 27–28% saying they “don’t know,” compared to 23% of men and US respondents.

“The liquids rule has been one of the longest-standing frustrations for travelers and the data show that the majority now see it as outdated,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and member of the US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the US Department of Commerce. “Travelers are looking for a balance between convenience and safety that reflects current technology and screening capabilities.”

Among those who support revising the rule, more than half (56%) favored raising the limit to 12 ounces, enough for everyday items like sunscreen, shampoo or baby formula. Another 27% said it should be raised to 32 ounces, while 13% supported removing the limit entirely.

US travelers are especially likely to prefer moderate reform: 62% favor the 12-ounce limit, compared to 38% of non-US travelers, who are more likely to support larger or unlimited allowances (40% and 18%, respectively). Women were more likely than men to favor no limit (16% vs. 12%) but less likely to support the 32-ounce threshold.

For the minority who oppose any change, security remains the primary concern. Roughly 61% of all “no” respondents said higher limits would increase risk, while 44% of women—compared to 32% of men—worried travelers might abuse the new rule.

When asked about how a higher limit would affect the travel experience, most travelers saw both benefits and trade-offs. The top expected benefits were:

• Greater convenience (59%)
• Less plastic waste (37%)
• Improved customer satisfaction (37%)

At the same time, nearly three in ten travelers (28%) expect longer screening times and one in four anticipate more spills or messes. Women were more likely than men to highlight environmental benefits (46% vs. 34%) and to expect longer security lines (32% vs. 28%).

“Travelers want smarter security, not simply more of it,” Richards said. “Advances in scanning and detection should allow for both safety and convenience without forcing passengers to give up common travel items.”

For more information, contact:

Bill McIntyre | Email: bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | Phone: +1 202.560.1195

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,600 current and former members between October 7–13, 2025. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

Global Rescue is the world’s leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

(Lebanon, NH – October 13, 2025) – American travelers are more concerned than foreign travelers about how the ongoing US federal government shutdown could affect future travel plans, according to the latest Global Rescue Fall 2025 Traveler Safety and Sentiment Survey of the world’s most experienced travelers.

“The data show that Americans are significantly more alert to the potential impact of the shutdown,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and a member of the US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the US Department of Commerce. “Concerns center on the possibility that prolonged closures—especially at smaller consulates and government offices—could delay essential documentation or disrupt travel planning.”

Among US respondents, nearly 40% said they were very or somewhat concerned about shutdown-related disruptions—compared to just 25% of foreign respondents. Roughly one in three Americans (32%) said they were not concerned, while nearly one-third of foreign travelers (32%) said the issue was not applicable to them, suggesting less direct exposure to the effects of a U.S. government closure.

Gender distinctions were modest but notable. Women were more than twice as likely as men to say they were very concerned about the shutdown’s travel impact (22% vs. 10%). However, when combining those who were somewhat or slightly concerned, attitudes were nearly identical—44% of women and 44% of men expressed moderate concern. Roughly a third of men (32%) and one in four women (25%) said they were not concerned.

“These findings underscore how government disruptions can shape traveler confidence,” Richards said. “Americans, more than foreign travelers, appear to be watching closely for signs that a prolonged shutdown could affect their mobility and travel security.”

For more information, contact: 

Bill McIntyre | Email: bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | Phone: +1 202.560.1195 

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey 

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,500 current and former members between October 7-13, 2025. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.  

About Global Rescue 

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.